New Century Buffet in El Cajon, CA

4.0(1,410)El Cajon, CA
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Solid choice

Rated 4.0 stars based on 1410 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Budget-friendly
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Families
  • Budget dining
  • Quick meals
  • Large groups

Not ideal for

  • Romantic dinners
  • Quiet atmosphere

At a glance

El Cajon, CA • 4.0★
New Century Buffet in El Cajon, California is a top choice for those seeking an all-you-can-eat Chinese buffet experience. With a 4-star rating and over 1,400 reviews, this Chinese restaurant has earned a reputation for serving up delicious and satisfying meals. Very clean restaurant and great tasty food are just a few reasons why patrons keep coming back. Friendly and attentive staff ensure a smooth dining experience, and the servesLunch, servesDinner, and servesBrunch options cater to a wide range of tastes and schedules. Whether you're in the mood for servesVegetarianFood, servesDessert, or just a cup of servesCoffee, New Century Buffet has something for everyone. Reviews rave about the restaurant's predictable and great offerings, making it a standout in the El Cajon food scene.
This family-friendly Chinese buffet welcomes diners of all ages. This buffet provides good value for money.
Address
868 Jackman St, El Cajon, CA 92020, USA, El Cajon, El Cajon, California
Phone
(619) 440-8881
Today
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Rating
4.0 (1,410 reviews)

What stands out

🍽️Delicious food

Multiple reviewers praise the taste and flavor

👥Friendly service

Attentive and helpful staff

💰Great value for families

Generous portions at reasonable prices

🍰Great desserts

Wide selection of sweets

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Before you go

🅿️Parking available

Convenient parking for customers

🍺Alcohol served

Beer, wine, and cocktails available

🥡Takeout available

Order to go

Photos

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Hours & Location

Status: Hours available

Regular Hours

7 days
Monday
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday
11:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Amenities

Available facilities and features
Good For GroupsGood For KidsTV AvailableCurbside PickupDogs AllowedOutdoor Seating

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
Noise: Average

Dining Options

Food and beverage choices

Service Options

Dine-in, takeout, delivery
TakeoutDine-inDeliveryReservations

Takeout service is available. Delivery service is offered.

Parking

Parking availability
Bike ParkingBusiness Parking garageBusiness Parking streetBusiness Parking validatedBusiness Parking lotBusiness Parking valet

Parking is available for customers.

Payment Methods

Accepted payment types
Business Accepts Credit CardsBusiness Accepts Apple Pay

Food & Drink

Menu offerings
none

Reviews

1,410 reviews

Reviews

Customer reviews available

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common answers about this buffet

Is the food at New Century Buffet high quality?

The food is not extremely high quality, but it's cheap and fun, with some dishes being predictable and tasty.

How would you describe the cleanliness of the restaurant?

The cleanliness of the restaurant is a concern, with some areas feeling sticky and a pervasive smell, but others describe it as very clean.

Are the staff friendly and attentive?

The staff are generally friendly and attentive, with some reviewers noting that they speak little English but are courteous and refill drinks.

What is the price of the lunch buffet for adults?

The price of the lunch buffet for adults is $12.99, with a discount for seniors 65+.

Is the food at the buffet fresh and hot?

Some reviewers have noted that the food is cooked fresh and hot, while others have found it to be cold.

Are there any concerns about food safety and hygiene?

There have been concerns raised about food safety and hygiene, including the presence of flies and cold food.

What types of food are available at the buffet?

The buffet offers a variety of dishes, including sushi, hot and sour soup, egg drop soup, and desserts like ice cream and cookies.

Is the restaurant easily accessible?

The restaurant is located in an easy-to-access spot off the freeway.

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What is the value for the price at New Century Buffet?

The price is considered excellent for the quality of food, with some reviewers noting that it's a compelling offer for the low price.

Is the restaurant noisy or quiet?

The restaurant is not too loud, with some reviewers noting that it's a great atmosphere.

Are the drinks at the restaurant of good quality?

Some reviewers have noted that the drinks are watered down, which feels like an unnecessary cost-cutting measure.

Is the sushi at the buffet of good quality?

The sushi is described as 'imitation' and 'fake salmon', which may be misleading to customers.

Nearby Places

Local services, shops, and points of interest

60 places nearby (finance, food, healthcare, services, personal care)

Banking

California Coast Credit Union

Bank

898 Jackman Street

~460 ftMo-Fr 10:00-16:00; Sa 09:00-13:00
+1-877-495-1600Website
Banner Bank

Bank

742 Fletcher Parkway

~1000 ft
Website
Navy Federal Credit Union

Bank

709 Fletcher Parkway

~0.2 miMo-Fr 09:00-17:30; Sa 09:00-14:00
Website
Navy Federal Credit Union

Atm

~0.2 mi
Wells Fargo

Bank

~0.5 mi

Restaurants

Black Bear Diner

Restaurant

1025 Fletcher Parkway

~200 ftMo-Su 07:00-22:00
+1-619-444-2327Website
McDonald's

Fast Food

886 Fletcher Parkway

~680 ft07:00-21:00
+1 619-579-2228Website
Little Caesars

Fast Food

750 Fletcher Parkway

~1020 ft
+1-619-441-1241Website
Panera Bread

Fast Food

733 Fletcher Parkway

~1030 ftMo-Sa 06:00-21:00; Su 07:00-21:00
+1 619-387-7898Website
KFC

Fast Food

724 Fletcher Parkway

~0.2 mi
Website
Bobs Big Boy

Restaurant

~0.4 mi
Cinnabon

Fast Food

~0.5 mi
Website
Rubio's Baja Grill

Fast Food

~0.5 mi
Subway,starbucks,panda express,arbys.

Food Court

~0.5 mi
McDonald's

Fast Food

~0.5 mi
Five Guys

Fast Food

345 Fletcher Parkway

~0.5 mi11:00-21:30
+1 619-447-4104Website
Quiznos

Fast Food

355 Fletcher Parkway

~0.6 mi

Grocery & Markets

Smart & Final Extra!

Supermarket

1090 North Marshall Avenue

~330 ft
+1-619-562-4151Website

Cafes & Coffee

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf

Cafe

~0.4 mi

Bakeries & Desserts

See's Candies

Confectionery

~0.5 mi

Specialty Food

Maya's Deli

Deli

450 Fletcher Parkway

~0.5 mi
Website

Hospitals & clinics

Fresenius Kidney Care Fletcher Parkway

Clinic

858 Fletcher Parkway

~800 ft
+1-619-442-4122Website

Other healthcare

Apollo Spa

Massage

776 Fletcher Parkway

~1000 ft
+1-619-389-7773Website

Specialists

Dental Arts San Diego

Dentist

707 Arnele Avenue

~0.3 mi

Pharmacy & medical supplies

CVS Pharmacy

Pharmacy

572 Fletcher Parkway

~0.3 mi
Website

Other services

Ferguson Waterworks (El Cajon)

Trade

1149 North Marshall Avenue

~0.3 miMo-Fr 06:00-16:00
+1-858-391-3700Website
Turner's Outdoorsman

Weapons

841 Arnele Avenue

~0.3 mi
+1-619-444-3700Website
Firearms Unlimited California

Weapons

450 Fletcher Parkway

~0.5 mi
Loading Dock

Loading Dock

~0.5 mi
Loading Dock

Loading Dock

~0.5 mi
Countywide Mechanical Systems

Trade

1400 North Johnson Avenue

~0.6 mi
Website

Other personal care & beauty

CosmoProf

Hairdresser Supply

830 Fletcher Parkway

~840 ft
+1-619-579-0149Website

Sports & recreation

Parkway Bowl

Bowling Alley

1280 Fletcher Parkway

~920 ft

Places of worship

Rock Church

Place Of Worship

808 Jackman Street

~560 ft
Website
Gateway Church

Place Of Worship

~0.5 mi
Grace Fellowship Church

Place Of Worship

~0.5 mi

General retail

Dollar Tree

Variety Store

796 Fletcher Parkway

~900 ftMo-Sa 08:00-22:00; Su 09:00-21:00
+1-619-219-3339Website
Marshalls

Department Store

855 Jackman Street

~930 ft
Burlington

Department Store

575 Fletcher Parkway

~0.3 miMo-Th 09:00-22:00; Fr-Sa 09:00-23:30; Su 09:00-22:00
+1 619-375-5342Website
JCPenney

Department Store

~0.6 mi

Clothing & fashion

Boot Barn

Clothes

853 Arnele Avenue

~0.3 mi
+1-619-441-8111Website
Plato's Closet

Clothes

450 Fletcher Parkway

~0.5 miMo-Sa 10:00-21:00; Su 11:00-19:00
Website

Specialty stores

Disney Store

Gift

~0.5 mi

Electronics & technology

GameStop

Video Games

~0.5 mi
Website
RadioShack

Electronics

~0.5 mi
Murphy’s Electronic & Industrial Surplus Warehouse

Electronics

401 North Johnson Avenue

~0.6 miMo-Sa 09:00-17:00

Sports facilities

Dick's Sporting Goods

Sports

565 Fletcher Parkway

~0.4 miMo-Sa 09:00-21:00; Su 10:00-19:00
+1 619-447-0191Website

Vehicle rentals

Avis

Car Rental

~0.3 mi
Avis

Car Rental

~0.5 mi

Other transportation

Toyota

Car

965 Arnele Avenue

~0.3 mi

Parking facilities

Parkway Plaza Parking

Parking

~0.4 mi
Parking entrance

Parking Entrance

~0.4 mi
Parking entrance

Parking Entrance

~0.5 mi
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~0.5 mi
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~0.5 mi
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~0.5 mi
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~0.5 mi
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Parking Entrance

~0.5 mi
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Parking Entrance

~0.5 mi

Vehicle parts & accessories

Pioneer Auto Wreckers

Car Parts

1416 Pioneer Way

~0.6 mi
+1-619-401-0701Website